Superior King Room
- 1 King-size bed
Bed & Breakfast · Palermo · Sicily
L'Opera Buffa
A 3-star bed & breakfast in Palermo's historic center, known for its quiet atmosphere, comfortable rooms, and a breakfast of local pastries.
- 8.5 guest rating from 1,391 reviews
- 6-minute walk to Il Castello della Zisa
- Free parking on site
8.5
Great
1391 reviews
Booking.com 8.5 · 1391 reviews
About
L'Opera Buffa
L'Opera Buffa is a 3-star bed & breakfast set in Palermo’s historic center, a 6-minute walk from the 12th-century palace Il Castello della Zisa. Guests consistently highlight its quiet atmosphere and comfortable beds, along with practical in-room amenities like a safe, central heating, and an ironing board. The property also offers a garden and claims a golf course, which is unusual for a city B&B.
Service is a strong point: staff are repeatedly described as welcoming, knowledgeable, and attentive, and guests appreciate the detailed arrival instructions that make check-in smooth. The breakfast, featuring local pastries and coffee, is a recurring highlight. With free parking, paid airport shuttle, and amenities like snorkelling and horseback riding listed, it aims to cater to both city explorers and activity-focused travellers.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Central historic location — Guests consistently praise the B&B’s position in Palermo's historic center, close to Teatro Massimo, the port, train stations, and many sights.
- Quiet and comfortable rooms — Reviewers highlight the quiet atmosphere and comfortable beds, along with amenities like safes, heating, and ironing facilities in the rooms.
- Excellent breakfast — The breakfast is a standout, with local pastries, good coffee, and a variety of options, including cooked food.
- Free parking — On-site free parking is a practical plus in a city where parking can be challenging, and staff assist with it.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Mixed value perception — While many guests find it good value, the Value category scores slightly lower (8.3) than other aspects, and one guest rated the stay low (5.2) despite liking the location and room.
- Check-in hours may be restrictive — Check-in is only from 13:00 to 23:59. If you arrive outside these hours, you'll need to arrange access in advance.
- Check-out is early — Guests must check out by 10:00–11:00, which may feel early for a leisurely morning.
- Some rooms have limited amenities — The Superior King and Deluxe Double rooms list no specific in-room amenities, while the standard Double includes a city view, shower, coffee machine, heating, and AC.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Deluxe Double Room
- 1 King-size bed,1 Double bed
Double Room
- 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed,1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
- City view
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- No smoking on site
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/out
- Express check-in/out
- Concierge desk
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Key access
Food & Drink
- Coffee shop
- In-room breakfast
- Dinner
- Live entertainment
- Leisure/TV room
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Paid airport shuttle
- Fax/Photocopying
- Pet amenities available
Room Amenities
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Cots
Activities
- Golf course
- Snorkelling
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Board games
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 1,391 reviews
Booking.com · 8.5 · 1391 reviews
8.5Verified guest“The atmosphere was peaceful and the beds were very comfortable. The room had a safe, central heating, and an iron with board. Its location in the historic center is ideal. If you want a great breakfast with local pastries and coffee, this is the place.”
8.5Verified guest“The staff were welcoming, the atmosphere was quiet, and the location was amazing – close to everything, including the port and train stations, a restaurant next door, and the theater and main walking streets. The room was bright and modern, with a safe, heating, and ironing facilities. Being in the historical center was a plus.”
8.5Verified guest“The central location was near a famous 1500s fountain. My room was exceptionally clean and had a nice view and balcony.”
8.5Verified guest“The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable, and they helped me with free parking.”
8.5Verified guest“I had a great holiday stay in a modern, spacious place with good air conditioning.”
8.5Verified guest“The accommodation is about a 27-minute drive from the airport and offers very clean, spacious rooms with efficient air conditioning.”
04 — Location
Getting around Palermo
The property sits in Palermo.
Il Castello della Zisa: A 12th-century palace, just a 6-minute walk from the hotel.
Teatro Massimo: Palermo’s famous opera house, located right by the hotel, in a safe area.
Historic Center: The B&B is set in the heart of the city, within walking distance of main sights, restaurants, and a 1500s fountain.
Port and Train Stations: Guests say the location is close to both the port and the train stations.
Via Volturno, 42, Palermo, Sicily, 90138, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 13:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 10:00-11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 13:00 to 23:59, and check-out is from 10:00 to 11:00.
Is parking available?
Yes, free parking is available on site. Guests have noted that staff are happy to assist with parking.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed, and pet amenities are available.
Is breakfast included?
Guests describe a breakfast buffet with local pastries, good coffee, and cooked options. The property also offers in-room breakfast.
How far is the airport?
The accommodation is about a 27-minute drive from the airport. A paid airport shuttle is available.
What room amenities can I expect?
Rooms vary. The Double Room includes a city view, shower, coffee machine, heating, and air conditioning. Several reviews mention safes, central heating, and ironing facilities in rooms.
The bottom line
For travellers who want a quiet, well-located base in Palermo’s historic center, with a memorable breakfast and free parking, L'Opera Buffa delivers. The consistently high service and room ratings make it a reliable choice, as long as you can work with the check-in window.
8.5Based on 1,391 guest reviews and our analysis.
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